New race directors Brian and Tammy Polen own Vertical Runner of Wooster, a specialty running store, as well as Vertical Runner Race Management. Through their race efforts, tens of thousands of dollars have been raised for local non-profits and adding the Shawshank Hustle to their portfolio will help to quickly increase that number as they raise funds for the Ohio State Reformatory, according to a news release from Destination Mansfield, the local convention and visitors bureau.

"Having been involved sponsors of the Shawshank Hustle since the first year, and having been exposed to the Mansfield community through our involvement with the Mansfield 13er in 2017, we are very excited to have a more permanent connection and stake in the community through this race" Tammy Polen said. "It is such a fun event that raises funds for such a prominent landmark in our region, and we look forward to many more years of success.

"We are excited to see the Shawshank Hustle return for a fourth year on June 9. This family fun event draws runners, walkers and fans of the No. 1 movie of all time, 'The Shawshank Redemption,' from around the United States."

The race will begin and end at the Ohio State Reformatory and weave participants past filming sites in downtown Mansfield. Registration is open for the event, which starts at 8:30 a.m. June 9 at OSR.